Confidentiality Agreement Template
A confidentiality agreement protects sensitive company information when shared with directors, employees or third parties. It functions like an NDA, tailored to company and governance contexts.
What this confidentiality agreement covers
- What information is confidential
- Permitted uses
- Obligations of the recipient
- Duration of confidentiality
- Return or destruction of information
When you need a confidentiality agreement
- Sharing company information with third parties
- Onboarding directors or key staff
- Protecting trade secrets
The legal framework
Understanding the law behind a confidentiality agreement helps you use it well. Here is the key UK legislation that applies:
Frequently asked questions
Is this the same as an NDA?
Essentially yes. The terms are used interchangeably, with this version tailored to company contexts.
How long should confidentiality last?
It depends on the information. Trade secrets may warrant indefinite protection, while other information may have a set term.
How Legal Lift helps
Answer a few plain-English questions and our AI generator produces a tailored confidentiality agreement, ready to edit, download as PDF or Word. Every template is kept current with UK law, and our SRA-regulated solicitor partners are available if you'd like it reviewed.